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About Eleena Alphonso

Hello! I'm Eleena and I live in Goa, the land of sun, sand and sea. I love blogging. I'm a foodie so I love to cook and eat too. I am an online shopping addict and an ardent football fan.

Pond’s White Beauty Tan Removal Scrub Review

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After reviewing the Ponds Whitening Facial Foam, here is a my take on the latest product from Pond’s, their only scrub, Pond’s White Beauty Tan Removal Scrub.

Price:

Rs. 85 for 50 gm, Rs. 150 for 100 gm.

Shelf Life:

Use before 24 months from mfg. date

My Take:

The product packaging is a typical Pond’s white and pink colored tube having a flip-top cap. The cap shuts tightly so it is travel friendly. The scrub is white in color having tiny pink particles. The fragrance is mild and pleasant.

A pea-sized amount is enough for the entire face as it lathers very well. It feels creamy on the face and is easier to wash off. The scrub particles are so gentle on skin which makes me wonder whether it really removes dead skin cells. My face feels clean after using this scrub. The skin feels soft after use. It removes dirt and excess oil and my face looks brighter for some time maybe this is because it contains 50% brightening cream. I use this daily since the scrub particles are not harsh and daily usage will have a better effect on the skin.

About its claims of tan removal, I feel it works very slow in removing tan. It does not work well in removing old tan. I feel the best way to sue this product is immediately after you come home from a day out. It works better on light tan. I use this scrub as soon as I come home from work and it has effectively prevented further tan.

This scrub never dried out my skin. It did not break me out either. So it is safe to use on all skin types. Those of you having dry skin will like this scrub due to its creamy texture. My face turns oily within an hour of using this scrub. I wish it controlled oil for a longer time. I am currently using the 100 gm tube so this one will last me for around four months. Thus it is cost effective.

Pros:

Cost effective
Removes light tan
Creamy texture
Suitable for all skin types
Travel friendly packaging
Removes oil and dirt
Nice fragrance
Did not break me out

Cons:

Does not remove old tan
Does not control oil for long

MABH Rating: 3.5/5

Do I Recommend?:

The choice is yours. I feel the VLCC Fade Tan Scrub works better than this one. But there is no harm in trying this scrub.

Would I Repurchase?:

No. Because I prefer the VLCC Fade Tan Scrub. I only bought this one for a change!

Ayur Herbal Astringent with Aloe Vera Review

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Hi All!

Dermatologists often recommend the use of astringent for acne. The main reason being, most astringents contain anti bacterial and anti septic properties. These properties help remove excess dirt and bacteria (both contributors to breakouts) from pores, as well as underlying skin, that are not normally removed through regular cleansing. Today, here is a review on Ayur Herbal Astringent which I have been using for years.

Price & Quantity:

Rs. 50 for 100ml
Rs. 75 for 200ml
Rs. 150 for 500 ml

Shelf Life:

Best before 3 years from the date of manufacture.

My Experience:

This product comes in a semi-transparent white sturdy bottle with a screw cap. There is a tiny hole on the top for dabbing cotton with astringent. The astringent is bluish green in colour.

It has a very strong fragrance. Those with a sensitive nose will not like it. But it fades away soon after application.

The best way to use this astringent is before applying make up. First cleanse your face using your regular cleanser or face wash and then apply this toner and immediately moisturize your skin and then continue with your usual make up routine. This way your make up will last long. I would suggest its usage twice a day. I use it before going out for work and then at bedtime.

It also controls oil for around five hours and minimizes pores to a great extent. Just a few drops of this astringent is enough for the entire face. Just dab the cotton and never rub it on the skin. You should always follow up with a moisturizer after using this.

This astringent is perfect for summers. I would suggest dry skinned people to stay away from this as it will dry out the skin. It is only suitable for those having oily skin.

PROS:

Very cheap
Easily available
Didn’t break me out
Gives a cooling sensation
Minimizes pores
Keeps my skin oil free for around 5 hours
Very effective product for those having oily skin
Bottle is travel friendly. Does not leak.

CONS:

Fragrance is a bit strong
A big no for those having dry skin
Contains paraben

Rating: 4/5

Do I Recommend?:

Yes! A must for oily skinned people and great to use for summers. It is so cheap. A 200 ml bottle will last for at least 5 months.

Would I Repurchase?:

Of course! I keep on trying different toners and I end up coming back to this one!

Nivea Whitening Cell Repair and UV Protect Body Lotion Review

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Hello there!

I had been using Vaseline Healthy White Body Lotion for a long time. Not because I wanted fair skin, I just wanted to get rid of my old tan which was a result of a lot of outdoor activities during school and college days. The Vaseline Healthy White Body Lotion really helped in lightening my skin to some extent. At the same time I used to cover up while going out to avoid further tan.

Then Nivea launched its Whitening Cell Repair & UV Protect Body Lotion. So I decided to give this one a try as I was bored of continuous usage of the Vaseline Body Lotion. So here is my take on Nivea Whitening Cell Repair & UV Protect Body Lotion.

Price and Quantity:

Rs. 101 for 75 ml.
Rs. 225 for 250 ml.
Rs. 310 for 400 ml.

Shelf Life:

Best use before 30 months from mfd.

Ingredients:

My Take:

The lotion comes in a white coloured curvy bottle having a pump dispenser (only the 400 ml bottle has a pump dispenser, the others have the flip top cap). That was the main reason I bought the bigger bottle. I always prefer the pump dispenser packaging as it is easier to dispense the lotion without tilting the bottle.

The lotion is white in colour having a runny consistency. It spreads easily on the skin and absorbs quickly. It does not leave the skin greasy, but it’s not matte either. It has a fruity fragrance which is way better than that of Vaseline Body Lotion.

If I compare this one with that of Vaseline, the Nivea body lotion works faster in removing tan. My feet were badly tanned and this lotion has almost restored my natural fairness. You can notice the results within three weeks. Impressive! But don’t expect a ‘snow white’ type of skin lightening. I don’t want that anyway! Its only purpose is to get rid of your old tan and restore your natural skin color. And it does what it claims.

The product claims of UVA/UVB filters to protect your skin from UV rays. But it doesn’t mention any SPF. I wish it had sun protection.

I did not try this on my face since it is not mattifying and I prefer to use a separate lotion which controls oil and mattifies my face. My body skin texture is normal, so I can say that this lotion never dried up my skin. Therefore it is suitable for all skin types. I use this lotion every day after bath as it absorbs better on the skin.